AD 2001-10-08
Unsafe Condition
Corrosion damage to the airbrake levers and bearings caused by collection of water in the airbrake boxes, not detected during postflight checks, could result in the airbrakes locking in the extended position and a consequent off-field or short landing.
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Required Actions
Inspect the airbrake levers in the wing for lower end corrosion and for play in flight direction when fully extended and retracting under load; replace the bearings if there is jamming under load or if corrosion is found; and adjust the lower lever member (only for the Model LS 3).
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Compliance Time
Within the next 30 calendar days after July 13, 2001
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Affected Aircraft
Rolladen Schneider Flugzeugbau GmbH Models LS 3, LS 4, and LS 6c sailplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
Rights: U.S. Government Public Domain
This site is not affiliated with or endorsed by the FAA. Always verify with official sources.